Sermons on Rejoice In Sorrow:

Measure Upon Measure – Sorrow – The Restoration Of God - Part 8 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 4, 2025

What a ruined state lives are in with devastating sorrow. Sorrow is a result of the fall but what JOY results from the work of Christ. Our faith can be underpinned by an inexpressible joy, bathed in the glory of God. Jesus has done wonderful things changing sorrow into joy.

MEASURE UPON MEASURE – SORROW – THE RESTORATION OF GOD - Part 8 In the last message we continued these consequences of sin resulting from Adam’s fall in Eden. Firstly we did guilt and shame, then separation, then the curse, and now we continue sorrow. Sin caused so much destruction but we also ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:12, John 20:20, Mark 14:11, John 16:20-22, 1 Peter 1:8-9, John 15:11, Isaiah 35:10, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 2:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Rejoiced With Rejoicers And Wept With Those Who Weep

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care. The Lord really empathized with people by using the power of the Spirit to identify with all aspects of their lives. Jesus fully comprehended the pain, suffering and heartaches of people because He ...read more

Scripture: John 11:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You're Married To God. Rejoice In It As He Rejoices

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 20, 2022

What a blessing to be married to God.

1.23.22 Isaiah 62:1–5 1 For the sake of Zion I will not be silent. For the sake of Jerusalem I will not be quiet, until her righteousness goes forth shining brightly, and her salvation burns like a torch. 2 Nations will see your righteousness, and all kings will see your glory. You will be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Perseverance Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

“The Christian must expect to be jostled by trials on the Christian way.” All kinds of experiences will come to us. There will be the test of our sorrows and disappointments that threaten to take away our faith. There will be the test of the seductions which seek to lure us from the right way.

Title: Perseverance Text: James:1:3-4 (KJV) 3Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. 4But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. Introduction F. J. A. Hort, the New Testament scholar, writes: “The Christian must expect to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Lord Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 2, 2018

Message 25 from Philippians. This is the second message exploring Paul's admonition to rejoice in the Lord.

“Rejoice in the Lord” Part two I have found practicing last week’s message an actual source of joy. Throughout the day, I have declared, “I choose joy.” I look forward to completing this important topic. Paul specified some specific joy related actions throughout chapter four. • Stand firm in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Repent, Rejoice, Reach Higher

Contributed by Michael Walther on May 27, 2011

8th Grade Graduation sermon for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Collinsville, Illinois

Good Shepherd Lutheran School Graduation Sermon 2011 Repent, Rejoice, Reach Higher Introduction We are all thankful tonight for what you have accomplished in the last nine years. Wednesday evening I was here for the Kindergarten Graduation, and it was a joy to see their exuberance and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Lutheran

Go! And Rejoice In The Lord Always Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 28, 2025

Joy is not just a fleeting emotion, it is a gift from God. Explore the kind of joy that is eternal, unwavering, and rooted in the Lord.

Go! And Rejoice in the Lord Always Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, As we gather to hear Your Word, we ask that You open our ears to listen, our minds to understand, and our hearts to receive. May we be transformed by the power of Your truth. Help us find our joy in You, regardless of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:8, James 1:2, Galatians 5:22, John 16:22, Deuteronomy 33:27, Philippians 4:4, John 1:12, Romans 5:1-5, John 3:16, 1 Peter 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"What A Day Of Rejoicing That Will Be"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 1, 2002

The subject of the return of Christ and the resurrection of the dead.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 “What A Day of Rejoicing That Will Be” By Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Our passage for this morning touches upon a subject that intrigues Christians and offers us the most glorious hope that we could ever imagine. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: United Methodist

How To Live Rejoicing Everyday

Contributed by John Newbaker on Jul 9, 2017

The Bible both tells us both we are to live rejoicing every day and tells us we can live rejoicing every day.

How to Live Rejoicing Everyday Psalm 118:24 In the hymn “O Happy Day” there is a line that says this. It says, “Happy day, happy day, when Jesus washed my sins away! He taught me how to watch and pray, and live rejoicing every day.” It’s the last part where it says “He taught me how to …. live ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Sorrow Produces Genuine Repentance

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

1. Godly Sorrow is a Means to an End, not an End in itself a.

1. Godly Sorrow is a Means to an End, not an End in itself a. Goal in causing sorrow must be remembered: Repentance leading to reconciliation b. Godly sorrow is different than worldly sorrow 1) It is directed by God 2) It is the believer's insurance policy: the premium hurts, but the benefits pay ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Talk Yourself Through The Sorrow With Tomorrow

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 8, 2002

how the Sons of Korah teach us how to deal with sorrow

March 10, 2002 Psalm 42-43 For the director of music. A maskil of the Sons of Korah. As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God. 2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? 3 My tears have been my food day and night, while men say ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Narnia: Turkish Delight, Christmas Sorrow

Contributed by Vincent Leoh on Dec 4, 2005

Our greatest struggle in life is SIN Our greatest need is FORGIVENESS So God sent us a SAVIOR

NARNIA: TURKISH DELIGHT, CHRISTMAS SORROW (Mat. 2:1-18) Movie: NARNIA: THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE It is a Christmas story. It also illuminates the crucifixion of Christ in this dramatic, moving, and breathtaking story of salvation Narnia, the world beyond the wardrobe, is about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing The Sorrow Of Death With Hope In The Ressurrection

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Dec 15, 2003

This Sermon was preached on November 8, 2003 in memory of Sis. Emily White, a valiant soldier of God. The objective is to keep the believer’s mind focus on the resurrection during times of death.

The Apostle Paul addresses the question concerning the state of those who die in the Lord. The Thessalonians knew that Jesus had risen and they believe that his return was imminent. But they were confused concerning those who were dead already. They thought that somehow their deceased love ones ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jabez: Overcoming The Significance Of A Sorrowful Name

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Aug 7, 2011

Jabez' mother named him 'Sorrow,' but the LORD kept this man of prayer from experiencing it. We ought to pray faithfully to God, asking Him to help us in any weighty task and to bring about what is dear to our hearts and according to His will.

Turn to 1 Chronicles 4... In the book of 1 Chronicles, there is a man given honor in the middle of a genealogy of very important people, including many kings. His name is short, so we don't have a Maher-shalal-hash-baz. We have Jabez, essentially pronounced "Ya-Bates" in Hebrew. Many have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Types Of Sorrow At The Death Of Christ Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 13, 2012

The sorrow of the women and the sorrow of the Marys are contrasted within this sermon as Jesus goes to the cross.

March 14, 2012 Two Sorrows Luke 23:27-31 A large number of people followed him, including women who mourned and wailed for him. Jesus turned and said to them, “Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for me; weep for yourselves and for your children. For the time will come when you will say, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:27-31

Denomination: Lutheran